Periya
Periya is a village located in Mananthavady taluka of Wayanad district in Kerala, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Mananthavady (tehsildar office) and 54km away from district headquarter Kalpetta. As per 2009 stats, Thavinhal is the gram panchayat of Periya village.
Here you can discover what makes Periya unique in its vibrant Mananthavady-Wayanad region. You’ll see Periya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Periya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Periya is 627298. The village spans a total geographical area of 6250 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 670644. Koothuparamba is nearest town to Periya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
Google Map of Periya
Population of Periya
According to the 2011 Census, Periya has a total population of about 11,174, with approximately 5,574 males and 5,600 females. The sex ratio is around 1004 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,125 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 359 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,610. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.73%, with male literacy at about 81.32% and female literacy near 76.14%. There are around 2,571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Periya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,174 | 5,574 | 5,600 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,125 | 598 | 527 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 359 | 173 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,610 | 1,310 | 1,300 |
| Literate Population | 8,797 | 4,533 | 4,264 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,377 | 1,041 | 1,336 |
Connectivity of Periya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Periya. As per the 2011 stats, Periya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Periya
Knowing the nearby villages of Periya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Periya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Periya
- Where is Periya located?
- Periya village is situated in Mananthavady Taluka, within the Wayanad district of Kerala, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Periya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Periya is Thavinhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Periya?
- The pincode of Periya is 670644, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Periya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Periya is 11,174, with 5,574 males and 5,600 females.
- How many households are there in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Periya village has a total of 2,571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Periya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Periya is 78.73%. The male literacy rate is 81.32%, while the female literacy rate is 76.14%.